1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | Luce | 911 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |